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to lie back
[phrase form: lie]
01
to move from a sitting position to a flat or nearly flat position on the back
Examples
After the long flight, he decided to lie back on the sofa to rest.
She has lain back in that position to relieve her back pain.
1.1
to help or move someone from a sitting position to a flat or nearly flat position on their back
Examples
The nurse is lying the patient back for a check-up.
He lied the patient back on the bed for the procedure.
02
to reduce effort or stress and become more relaxed
Examples
After a hectic week at work, he decided to lie back and take it easy over the weekend.
She advised him to lie back and not worry too much about the small details.
